Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Some DIY Ideas to Get Rid Of Bumper Dents

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Regardless of how careful a driver you may be, getting dents
and bumps on your vehicle is unavoidable. When you’re on the road, many
unforeseen incidents may occur; even uneven road surface can cause damage to
your car. Getting the repairs done by an auto shop can be quite tedious and
burdensome on your wallet. Why not try a DIY option?

Following are a few tips and tricks (using ordinary
household items) to help you remove those pesky dents by yourself and save on
the cost of a mechanic.

1. A plunger can do more than unclog your
toilets

Sometimes it happens that you can’t reach under your car to
push the dent out from behind. In that case, a plunger can be quite a useful
tool. All you would need to do is pour a little water on both the dent and
plunger before you start pushing and pulling, just as you would with a clogged
toilet. Also keep in mind to use a cup plunger used for sinks, not the one for
toilets.

2. Boiling Water

The change in temperature caused by the boiling water helps
to mold the plastic back into its original shape. You pour hot boiling water on
the dented area and then push it out from behind. This tip can only be used for
plastic bumpers and may not be much effective because it’s difficult to heat up
the bumper quickly, enough to push the dent out.

3. Hot air gun

Hot air gun employs the same concept as boiling water,
although it is much more effective in comparison. All you need to do is focus
the gun onto the dent until it is hot enough to be pulled out. The heat makes
the hard, rigid plastic more malleable hence easy to reform. It is also a
faster method than boiling water, but the drawback is that the paint may melt
of the bumper if you’re not careful.

4. Hair dryer & compressed air

This method also employs the use of hot air. Set the hair
dryer at the highest temperature then aim it over the dent. When it is hot
enough, immediately switch to the can of compressed air; the changes in
temperature will make the dent pop out instantly.

5. Dry ice

If you’re going to use dry ice, then make sure to wear
protective gloves before you begin; the prolonged exposure to the substance can
lead to injuries similar to burns. You can either use the ice alone or heat up
the dent first; the dry ice will do the work of the can of compressed air.

Conclusion

These are just a few ways you could use to repair your car,
however, be sure to remember that not all of them can be used for every vehicle.
Plus, there is nothing better than the original so if you're okay with spending
a little extra cash you could always get new parts and accessories from Autodoc.be.

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